George Crowe, baseball player, 1952-1961

George Crowe

Born: 3/22/1921 in Whiteland, IN, USA

Died: 1/18/2011 in Rancho Cordova, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1952-04-16 | Final Game: 1961-04-30

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: George Daniel Crowe

Biography

George Crowe was a professional baseball player born in 1921, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball during his career from 1952 to 1961. Primarily recognized for his role as a position player, Crowe appeared in 702 games, during which he compiled 467 hits, achieved 81 home runs, and drove in 299 runs, finishing with a batting average of .27. His contributions on the field were highlighted by his ability to deliver key performances, earning him a selection to the All-Star Game during his career. Crowe's playing era coincided with a dynamic period in baseball history, characterized by the gradual integration of the sport and the transition away from the deadball era. Known for his power at the plate, he was a formidable competitor, utilizing his skills to make a lasting impression on the game. Although his career included limited base-stealing prowess, with only 3 stolen bases, Crowe's overall offensive capabilities helped him establish a reputation as a reliable run producer. His legacy remains as a testament to the diverse talents that shaped the game during the 1950s and early 1960s.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
181.0 160.0 32.0 60.0 8.0 5.0 8.0 25.0 20.0 1.0 1.0 0.375 0.444 0.637 1.081

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
702 1727 215 467 70 12 81 299 3 159 246 0.270 0.333 0.466 0.799 3436.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 407 319 3143 283 36 279
2B 1 0 1 0 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 407
Second Base 1

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Indianapolis Indianapolis IN 1940, 1941, 1942, 1943